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March 10, 2006
Fon: The Global Wifi Network
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A video conversation with Martin Varsavsky, the founder of Fon, at a presentation he gave at the Harvard Berkman Center on March 3, 2006. Fon is a global wifi network of individuals ("Foneros") who provide free or low-cost wifi in their neighborhoods. If they choose to offer wifi for free, they in turn can access any other global Fon hotspot for without charge. Foneros who charge for the hotspot can only charge $2 a day, sharing the revenue with local broadband providers. The video is just over seven minutes long and 40 megabytes. If you prefer a smaller, low-resolution version, please cut and paste one the following URLs into your browser: Medium size (15 megs): Small size (2 megs): |
Posted by acarvin at March 10, 2006 2:30 PM
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